FAA Tells US Airlines to Exercise Caution in Saudi Arabia Flights, Citing Safety Risks - BusinessWorld Online
The notice lasts through December 10 and cites military activity and navigation-system interference that could threaten flights at all altitudes, the FAA said.
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The alert came shortly after the Riyadh airport was paralysed following an attack that left at least 12 dead and 309 injured.
FAA warns US airlines to exercise caution in Saudi Arabia flights due to Houthi airst
Warning comes after airstrikes on Riyadh's international airport, including attack that killed 13 people and wounded more than 300; Delta Air Lines is set to begin direct flights to Riyadh on October 23 but 'safety is going to make the call'
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FAA tells US airlines to exercise caution in Saudi Arabia flights, citing safety risks
By David ShepardsonWASHINGTON, Oct 11 (Reuters) - The Federal Aviation Administration told US airlines on Sunday to exercise caution when flying to or over Saudi Arabia, citing safety threats tied to ongoing military activities and navigation system interference.The FAA Notice to Airmen, which lasts until December 10, follows strikes on Saturday and Sunday on Riyadh's international airport. The attack on Saturday killed 13 people and wounded mor…
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